Special Education Instructional Assistant Guadalupe School

Special Education Instructional Assistant I - .750 - Guadalupe School

Union School District GUADALUPE SCHOOL - SAN JOSE, California Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5859763
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 29, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 12, 2026

CLASS

TITLE:

SPECIAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT I

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of Resource Specialist Program (RSP). Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of instructional activities.

Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students. Monitor and oversee student class work, practices and assignments in various subjects; confer with the teacher concerning instructional activities and materials to meet student needs; provide instructional support to various teachers as assigned.

Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP's) and related goals and objectives; assist students with meeting IEP goals and objectives; gather data related to student progress and submit to the teacher.

Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework and projects in various subject areas; assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance.

Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom according to established policies and procedures. May monitor students during outdoor, eating and various other activities as assigned. Monitor and report progress regarding student performance and behavior.

Explain and assure student understanding of classroom assignment and homework instructions; assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans and instructional activities; tutor individual students and assist students with studying in accordance with student needs and progress.

Assist with administering/proctoring and monitoring students during tests.

Read books and other materials to students and observe their reading abilities as assigned; assist students with letter and word pronunciation and recognition as required; assist students with spelling and writing exercises and assignments.

Maintain information related to students' progress, assignments, homework and assigned activities as required.

Be familiar with a variety of classroom and office equipment such as copiers, laminators, paper cutters, fax machines, audio-visual devices, overhead projectors, computers and assigned software.

Provide classroom support to the teacher by setting up work areas, decorations and displays, and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials.

Escort students to and from classes, offices, li rary, bus stop and other locations as assigned. Take notes and obtain assignments for students as needed.

Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures. Maintain classroom and other assigned areas in a safe, orderly and clean manner.

Attend and participate in various meetings and in-services as assigned.

Attend mandatory trainings as required by your position.

Perform related duties as assigned.

• Child guidance principles and practices related to children with special education needs;
  Problems and concerns of students with special education needs;
• Safe practices in classroom and outdoor activities;
• Basic subjects taught in District schools, including…